Module three encourages young people to use and build on the main principles of IHL by applying them in the context of an imaginary military scenario.

Module four

Module four focuses on enforcement of IHL by exploring issues such as “what constitutes a war crime?”, and looking at the types of courts and institutions involved in the process through the lens of real life case studies.

How does learning about IHL benefit young people?

Young people are surrounded by images and stories of conflict and the human and social devastation this can cause.

Working through the activities provided in these modules will equip young people with skills that will help them approach information from multiple perspectives as critical young adults.

They can then be motivated to take action through involvement in school or local community activities that aim to protect and promote humanitarian attitudes and values.

Why teach about IHL?

Fairness and justice are key concepts within national curricula.

In England, IHL is a requirement of the statutory citizenship curriculum. IHL is also included in the citizenship studies GCSE examination specifications for all of the major examination boards.

In Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland there are also important references to local and global conflict.

These lesson plans and activities provide an accessible route to exploring these issues in the classroom in an interactive and stimulating way.

What skills does it develop?

These modules give students the chance to build their skills, values and attitudes, such as: